Elderly Care Shares a Love of Summer Foods

Summer foods may be one of the best choices to spice to life. Sometimes all it takes is a little change to add a spark of excitement and adventure. Elderly care providers recommend appealing to the senses. Summer foods are often bright in color: consider the rich red of a watermelon or the golden orange of a cantaloupe. Summer is a good time to harvest many vegetables can make shopping, food prep and eating an event.

Over the years, maybe your mother or father ate the same summer fruits and vegetables and never stepped out of their comfort zone to try something new. Today with the support of our elderly care, and our interest in enhancing your loved one’s daily life, this may be the time to explore the world of summer foods.

Fruits

Berries are plentiful during the summer months, such as strawberries, blueberries, raspberries, and blackberries. However, the less common gooseberry associated with a myriad of health benefits due to its plentiful vitamins and minerals. Your loved one may want to try gooseberries thanks to the anti-inflammatory nature of their anthocyanins.

Vegetables

Tomatoes also have known health benefits, and summer is a great time to eat them. Tomatoes with cucumber, sliced onion, and olive oil with a dash of vinegar make an excellent summer side salad. On the topic of salad during the hot summer months, if you or your loved one eats lettuce, consider switching to arugula as a source of vitamins. If you’re feeling adventurous, instead of onions for cooking and sautéing, switch to shallots to take advantage of their antioxidant properties.

Even if your loved one isn’t a big fan of fruits or veggies, these foods just need a little dash of something new and different. Take advantage of healthy foods this summer!

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